This award honors a member or member's team for creating and promoting a diverse and welcoming environment for entomologists in their university place of employment, or community. The nominee (or at least one team member) must be able to demonstrate through their statement how their efforts towards diversity and inclusion have engaged participation of all individuals who are interested in entomology regardless of age, gender, gender identity, race, cultural background, religion, physical ability, sexual orientation, professional status, geographic location, and all other characteristics that make our members unique. The nominee(s) may belong to any area of entomology, but must be a practicing entomologist. Nominations can be made by anyone. Nominators must provide the nominee's CV with their Background Information and Service information. Up to two letters of nomination or recommendation from professional colleagues or other knowledgeable individuals, which describe the nature of the innovation and its relevance are required. A brief summary, no longer than two pages double-spaced, of the professional's work to include the area of focus, the innovative approach, the results or outcome, and the significance must also be submitted. Please visit the award's website for more information.